IHOP

IHOP expands p.m. menu choices with launch of new Melts

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 18, 2021

The lineup of seven cheesy sandwiches is targeted to the lunch, dinner and late-night crowd as well as off-premise customers.

Leadership

IHOP adds 2 executives to its senior management

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 02, 2021

In what the family chain describes as key hires, MIchael Kaufman has come aboard to focus on strategy and analytics, and Jacob Barden has moved over from Burger King to oversee development.

Financing

IHOP strikes deal for nontraditional development across Ontario

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 16, 2021

The first location will be what the chain's parent describes as a one-of-a-kind located in a truck stop.

Beverage

IHOP uncaps an alcoholic beverage test

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 12, 2021

The family chain intends to go slow in developing a program built on beers, wines and mimosas.

Operations

Applebee's plans more drive-thrus as sister brand IHOP eyes virtual concepts

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 05, 2021

Meanwhile, parent Dine Brands is about to consider "all options to optimize shareholder return."

Financing

Family dining looks for transformation after 2020’s struggles

By Peter Romeo on May 27, 2021

The sector’s biggest players indulged in considerable reinvention attempts as they felt the loss of breakfast and particular challenges at off-premise.

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